**Holborn Seeks Topsoe Technology for German Renewable Fuels Complex**
In a significant move towards sustainable energy production, Holborn Europa Raffinerie GmbH has signed a contract with Topsoe AS to integrate its proprietary Hydroflex technology into a new renewable fuels production complex within their existing 5-million tonne/year refinery in Hamburg, Germany. This strategic partnership aims to convert waste and residue feedstocks into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, aligning with Holborn’s broader initiative to reduce emissions and increase the production of sustainable fuels.
### Key Components of the Project
– **Hydroflex Technology**: Topsoe’s Hydroflex technology will be pivotal in converting various organic fats, oils, and greases into drop-in renewable jet fuel and diesel that meet all global specifications. The technology is essential for accommodating the specific feedstock needs of the proposed complex, ensuring that the refined fuels adhere to international standards.
– **Feedstock Utilization**: The planned hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) complex is designed to produce 220,000 tonnes per year of high-quality HVO, also known as green diesel, and SAF using biomass-based waste and residue feedstocks sourced from the agribusiness sector. This move underscores Holborn’s commitment to circular economy solutions and reducing dependency on crude oil.
– **Engineering and Construction Partnership**: The EPC contract was awarded to Maire SPA’s Rome-based subsidiaries, KT-Kinetics Technology SPA and NextChem SPA. These companies will be responsible for developing the pretreatment unit for renewable feedstocks and connecting the new HVO plant with existing refining operations. This comprehensive approach ensures that the facility is fully integrated into Holborn’s existing infrastructure, enhancing efficiency and sustainability.
### Strategic Importance
“This project marks a significant step in HOLBORN’s long-term transformation strategy, which aims to replace crude oil with alternative raw materials,” stated